Heat over medium high heat until it boils and thickens, stirring constantly.

DUMPLINGS:

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, parsley, baking powder, salt and nutmeg.

Stir in the milk, oil and egg until the dry ingredients are incorporated.

Drop the dough by heaping tablespoonfuls on top of the boiling chicken mixture.

Cover tightly and boil gently over medium heat for 12-15 minutes or until the dumplings are done. Be sure to keep the lid on for the entire cooking time so that the dumplings will be light and fluffy. Makes 8-10 dumplings and can easily be doubled.